New Informal and Relaxed Dining at The Orchid Room in Warren House
April 2011, Kingston, London

Warren House in Kingston-upon-Thames has introduced a new informal and relaxed form of dining for guests and visitors. The Orchid Room, located in the charming and relaxed atmosphere of this 19th century country mansion in Warren Road, is a welcome addition to the existing dining and meetings facilities at Warren House.

With light airy windows looking out on the venue's feature sundial, The Orchid Room provides a welcome relaxed space just off the lounge, in itself a meeting place for many local businesses and visitors. The Orchid Room is open from 9.30am to 9.30pm and Warren House is inviting friends, neighbours and local businesses to drop in and carry on with their conversations over tea, coffee, lunch or dinner.

The menu is contemporary, tempting and varied to cater for most tastes. Dietary requirements, as always, can easily be accommodated by Head Chef Paul Bellingham. The menu features fresh dishes using seasonal and local produce, complemented with fruits and herbs grown in the meadow. All the dishes are prepared onsite in the Warren House kitchens.

For The Orchid Room, Paul has prepared a selection of home-made pastries, cakes, muffins and sandwiches, as well as a mouth-watering array of dishes for lunch and dinner which include many Warren House classics. Desserts are just as tempting and foodies can look forward to classic sticky toffee pudding with toffee sauce, apple pie, ice creams, sorbet and a good selection of French and English cheeses. Dietary requests, as always, can easily be accommodated. The menu includes a selection of wines, while the Warren House wine and beverage list is also available. Booking is not necessary.

Dining at Warren House

In recent years, the dining experience at Warren House has been talked about throughout Surrey and South West London. The Hammersley Connection, the private members club at Warren House, regularly organises special dining events themed on cuisine from around the world. These are in addition to the lunches, dinners, and weekend and overnight packages offered for seasonal events such as Easter Sunday, Father's Day and this year, the royal wedding. As a venue, Warren House is ideal for weddings, celebrations and private events. Outdoor catering is also available. For further information, please visit www.warrenhouse.com, call on 020 8974 7116 or email sales@warrenhouse.com

Notes for Editors:

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Fine Dining with Michelin Starred Chefs, Afternoon Tea with Mint Velvet and Vital You Well Being Programme at Warren House

February 2011, Kingston, London. Warren House in Kingston are introducing a series of Michelin starred evenings that will take their fine dining to a new level. Working alongside the Warren House team of chefs led by Head Chef Paul Bellingham, Michelin starred masters will create, prepare and cook special menus, tailored for Warren House and The Hammersley Connection members and guests.

The first in the series is double Michelin starred chef, John Campbell. Having recently joined The Dorchester Collection's new hotel, Coworth Park, John is recognised as one of the UK's finest and most celebrated chefs. In 2008, John was honoured with both the Cate's "Chef of the Year" and the "Training and Education" award. For many years, he has run a successful academy for young, enthusiastic chefs from all over the world and has established himself as an important opinion-former in the industry. John is a familiar and regular face on our televisions and has also judged numerous Masterchefs.

John's superb cooking has earned him an international reputation for innovation, expertise and flair. Critics have hailed him as the "Cerebral Chef". He has a degree in international culinary arts and has written a number of books including Formulas for Flavour. Indeed, the guides have recognised him as one of Britain's most excellent talent.

John has built himself a reputation for outstanding cuisine. A true master at his art, his cuisine is considered Classic European with an emphasis on flavour, tweaked through scientific techniques. His genius lies in combining complex elements into dishes that look and feel simple and natural. John experiments with the effect that both textures and temperature have on flavour, intensifying tastes to challenge the taste buds. For the inquisitive diner, he pushes the boundaries and delights with unexpected and gastronomic results.

John Campbell at Warren House

The opening night is on Saturday March 19th, 2011. The evening promises to be outstanding, the first in a series of exquisite culinary evenings which will leave an indelible impression on all who are fortunate enough to dine at Warren House. Diners will be served a tailored menu, crafted in the Warren House kitchens to delight the senses and enhance the charm and character of the place. Both John and Paul will be circulating among guests to chat during the evening. Dress code for the evening will be smart and bookings are strictly on a first come first served basis.

In recent years, the fine dining at Warren House has been renowned throughout Kingston. The Hammersley Connection, the private members club at Warren House, has organised special dining events themed on cuisine from around the world. With the Michelin starred Chef Series, Warren House are setting new limits and offering experiences to truly create memories.

Calendar of Events at Warren House

There are a number of other exclusive activities organised by Warren House during February and March. The Hammersley Connection is holding an Afternoon Tea on Monday February 28th, 2011 with fashion brand Mint Velvet, during which they are showcasing their spectacular spring/summer 2011 collection. The event will also help support Chase Children's Hospice.

In March, Warren House continues with its Well Being programme, Vital You, a four month course designed exclusively for The Hammersley Connection. Harley Street experts Sue Firth, renowned stress psychologist, and Adele Wolstenhulme, nutritional therapy practitioner will address symptoms such as insomnia and sleep-related disorders, including jetlag; digestive problems such as bloating, stomach pain, constipation and IBS; weight management; anxiety and depression; aching muscles and points; headaches and migraines. They will teach the fundamentals of eating; how to identify the right nutrients the body needs to find its healthy, ideal weight that suits the various lifestyle, while understanding the psychology of stress and how that works against a healthy body. The sessions will start on March 4th 2011 and will be held on Fridays in the morning at Warren House, starting at 09.30pm and finishing at 12.45pm.

Then on March 6th 2011, Warren House is opening its grounds for the Wedding and Events Fayre aimed at engaged couples and those organising celebrations and private events. Handpicked suppliers are taking part in this free event which runs from 11am to 3pm.

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Warren House September 29, 2010 :The She Experiences Tea Dance held on July 9th 2010 was another resounding success. Organised in conjunction with Tate & Lyle , the day featured master patissier Eric Lanlard and Strictly stars Erin Boag and Anton Du Beck.

During the morning session, Eric Lanlard demonstrated his skill with sugar craft and cup cakes. Eric is a master of the sugar craft. Since arriving in the UK over 18 years ago, this charming Frenchman has changed the face of British patisserie, earning himself a reputation for inspirational cakes and an A-list clientele. His sugar craft creations can be sampled at Cake Boy, a retail emporium in Battersea which includes a “cake lounge” and a high tech cookery school, Cake Boy's Kitchen.

The morning's event was then followed by a marvellous buffet lunch prepared by Warren House Head Chef Paul Bellingham and served on the terraces overlooking the summer gardens. After lunch, the ladies were greeted by Strictly Stars Erin and Anton Du Beck before starting their masterclass dance session.

Erin and Anton showed off their “10” performances as they demonstrated their winning moves on the dance floor. The ladies then had the chance to try out a few routines with Erin and Anton leading them through their paces. As one of the guests present remarked, “The experience is so far greater than what I had previously imagined... from the champagne reception, the demonstrations, the day and the place itself.”

The She Experiences Tea Dance was part of a series of She Experience events for She readers. This was the second time that the Tea Dance was organised at Warren House

Notes for Editors:

Warren House
Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Pix: Excerpts from the September She Magazine featuring the She Experiences.

Warren House Heritage by Tony Kane; Time and Leisure, Sunday 28 February 2010: view article

Warren House hosted the glamorous Time and Leisure Fashion Night in March 2010

May 2010, Kingston, London. Warren House was the venue for a fabulous event on Tuesday March 9th, 2010. The Time and Leisure Fashion Night Out, sponsored by HSBC, created an undeniable buzz as glamorous guests, including celebrities from the arts, sport and fashion world, enjoyed the ambiance at Warren House and viewed the new Spring-Summer 2010 designer collections.

Billed as the hottest event this spring, guests enjoyed a sparkling champagne reception and exclusive designer shopping before taking their seats for the catwalk show. With London Wasps players assisting the delightful models down the catwalk, it was certainly an event to remember.

Other attractions during this fabulous day were the Getty images exhibition of fashion icons. The afternoon and evening events were held in aid of Alzheimer’s society and an evening charity auction and raffle raised over £6000. John Conteh and ex-England rugby player Chris Sheasby hosted the evening charity auction, providing huge entertainment.

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

She Experiences, Cup Cakes & Strictly Dancing Drama at Warren House May 2010, Kingston, London

Earlier in March, She Magazine organised a She Experience Tea Dance at Warren House. This much awaited event was certainly newsworthy as we all found out on the day.

The afternoon which was organised together with Tate & Lyle as part of the Fair Trade fortnight was to include a cup cake masterclass by Lily Vanilli, followed by a demonstration and workshop with Strictly Come Dancing stars Anton Du Beke and Eric Boag.

Unfortunately, Anton was taken ill that morning and Erin moved in to save the day with a solo performance. She wowed the 80 ladies present with a fox-trot workshop and a Q&A after which she modelled some of her wonderful dresses. It was all so exciting and the event was reported across the national papers throughout the weekend.

The She Experiences Tea Dance was part of a series of She Experience events for She readers. Warren House is pleased to announce that She Magazine will be back in July 2010.

Excerpt from the Telegraph and Surrey Comet reporting on the Tea Dance.

Guests following the cup cake demonstration....

before trying their hand at doing it themselves.

Notes for Editors:

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Warren House to host the Time and Leisure Fashion Night in March 2010

December 2009, Kingston, London. Warren House, the award winning 5-star venue in Kingston, London, is proud to announce that it has been chosen as the venue for the Time & Leisure Fashion Night being held on 9th March 2010 in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

Billed as the hottest event this spring, guests at this fabulous night out at Warren House will enjoy a celebrity champagne reception and canapés before the designer catwalk show which will feature exciting new season collections by Nicole Farhi and an amazing menswear collection modeled by celebrity rugby stars.

There will be stylish boutiques to browse through and an opportunity to meet the Donna Karan team to get top tips for accessorising the hot new season. Other attractions include fifties inspired lingerie by Rigby & Peller and Getty images Exhibition of Fashion Icons.

Time & Leisure has chosen to support the charity Alzheimer’s Society. A staggering one in three people over 65 will suffer from the disease but with the right care there are many ways to improve the quality of their lives.

Fashion Night is supported by Alzheimer's Society ambassador Fiona Phillips. She said; “As an ambassador for the Alzheimer's Society, I am delighted to support this glamorous fashion show organised by Time and Leisure Magazine. My Mum had Alzheimer's disease and now I'm caring for my Dad who is living with dementia so I know how vital it is to support people like them, and their carers. Alzheimer's Society funds vital research into finding a cure, as well as giving advice and support to people with dementia and their families. One in three people over 65 will die with dementia. Alzheimer's Society needs to raise money to help people live well with dementia today and for research to find a cure for tomorrow. That's why I'm encouraging Time & Leisure readers, and as many people as possible, to get involved in this wonderful fundraising event in aid of Alzheimer's Society.”

Notes for Editors:

Style Studio
Stephanie Upton-Prowse from StyleStudio is the Style Manager behind Time & Leisure Fashion Night on 9th March 2010. Stylestudioclub of Wimbledon brings you exclusive styling events, giving you a unique insight into the latest designs and trends.

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Warren House are Finalists in the National WOW! Awards for Outstanding Customer Service.

Warren House, the award winning 5-star venue in Kingston, London, has been nominated for a national WOW! award for its outstanding customer service given during the Southern Regional Conference for the Academy for Chief Executives (ACE) held earlier on this year during which FW De Klerk, former President of South Africa, was the keynote speaker.

The WOW! Awards event is the only national UK customer service awards programme that is based purely on customer nominations. WOW! is a company that was established in 1997. It promotes high-quality customer service.

Derek Williams, creator of The WOW! Awards and one of Britain's leading customer service and business guru’s explained, “In May 2009, the staff at Warren House were nominated for the WOW! award as a result of their superb handling of the recent ACE conference at which Mr F W De Klerk was the keynote speaker. The whole event was outstanding and a fine example of what Warren House can consistently deliver.”

He continued, “During the conference, many of the delegates present come forward with personal anecdotes as to why Warren House deserved the award … from a last minute baking of extra scones from Head Chef Paul Bellingham in response to a guest request when all scones had run out, to housekeeping remembering minute details of client preferences even when the client had not been at Warren House for quite a while. The decision to confer the award was unanimous. Since then, we have carried out further investigation on their customer service and can confirm that they have been named finalists in the National WOW! Awards Ceremony being held at the Grand Cannaught Rooms in Covent Garden in November. Warren House will compete against other WOW! finalists that include Café Nero, Marriot Hotel York, Monarch Holidays and True Lovers Knot.”

Warren House already enjoys a high rating: it is a 5 star venue set in the exclusive Coombe Estate in Kingston. A 19th century Victorian mansion, it features noteworthy architectural and historical features. Its client list includes blue chip organisations and companies from across the British industries, as well as individuals who use the venue for fine dining, private dinners, celebrations and weddings.

A large number of awards have already been bestowed on Warren House. It has been twice awarded the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award”. It has also won numerous business awards for its outstanding service and venue facilities including continuous recognition by the South London Business Award for Best in Customer Excellence in 2009, 2008 and 2007; the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/ Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

Notes for Editors:

The WOW! Awards

Under the WOW! system, there are five classes of award:

Customer Care: This category is looking to reward individuals or teams that exceed patient/visitor expectations, making their stay or visit more memorable.

Above and beyond the call of duty: This award is designed to recognise and reward individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond their formal, identified job duties to exceed the needs of our patients, visitors and staff.

Patient Safety: The purpose of this ward is to recognise those that consistently set a high standard of clinical excellence through improvement in systems that result in the reduction of potential harm to patients or help to create and promote a culture of openness, sharing and learning.

Innovation: This award is given to an individual or team who has developed and implemented an innovative idea in medicine, technology, education or finance with the proven potential to make a significant contribution or change to improving efficiency, cost reduction, technology or changes in practice.

Environmental/Sustainability: This award recognises individuals who can demonstrate by their own actions they have changed or inspired others to reduce the carbon footprint (e.g. energy saving, recycling, reduction in waste).

For further details please contact Derek Williams on 01438 310191 or visit the website at: www.thewowgroup.co.uk

Warren House

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Warren House Hosts Academy for Chief Executives and Keynote Speaker WF De Klerk

Warren House was the venue for this year’s Southern Regional Conference for the Academy for Chief Executives (ACE), a historic event for members and guests alike. The conference featured FW De Klerk, former South African President and a key player in that country’s transition from Apartheid as the keynote speaker and a packed agenda focussed on marketing and networking.

Warren House, Kingston; June 2009: This year’s Regional ACE Conference was held in May and was well attended by representatives from seven groups across the southern UK region. The central theme for the day was Network for Networth, and the line up of speakers was as impressive as the venue itself.

The Conference was opened by Academy Chair Joe Adams, who introduced the theme for the day - networking and marketing. The keynote speaker, FW De Klerk, needed little introduction.

Mr De Klerk spoke about Leadership in Difficult Times, focusing on the speed of change as the biggest challenge facing mankind. He said that every species on the planet survives through an ability to adapt to change and our survival will be determined by the same factor. Once we had accepted the need to change, there was a need for us to create a clear vision for how we will do so.

He added that having accepted we have to change, we must avoid just pretending to change. In deciding to change, we have committed ourselves and must constantly undertake self-examination, take value based decisions and calculated risks, persevere and accept that change is a never ending process. He followed this speech with a Q&A session, answering with humour, honesty and integrity. Supporting Mr FW De Klerk were guest speakers Neil Poynter from MC-Cubed Ltd; Andy Lopata, a leading business networking strategist; Grenville Burn of The Mikado Experience; Rob Brown, Personal Marketing Expert; Simon Ricketts from Contact Worldwide Ltd; Daniel Bastide from Thomas Eggar and Fred Edwards from MyFD who conducted plenary sessions throughout the day. Academy members Simon Lester, Academy Chair Group 7; Damon Segal from AGI; Julian Enoizi from CNA Insurance Company Ltd and Philip Shipperlee of Performative plc facilitated expert workshops and practical sessions.

ACE Managing Director Mike Burnage brought the day’s proceedings to a close after which the group relaxed over wine and canapés in the luxurious surroundings of Warren House.

This year’s conference provided ample time for networking, showcasing of members businesses and sharing of best practice ideas. The Persian Room, serving as the main break out room, featured an exhibition comprising of suppliers services and products, while the well appointed function room, reception rooms and magnificent Versailles-styled Mirrored Ballroom were hosts to over 135 participants.

Overall, participants felt that this year’s conference proved to be “an excellent day” with “nuggets to take away”. “FW De Klerk was inspiring” and in the words of many, the day “was quite simply outstanding,” as recounted by attendees at the event.

This year’s regional Academy meeting was organised by a select committee of Academy members, led by Chair Joe Adams. They included Carolyn Henderson, General Manager at Warren House, Damon Segal, Managing Director of AGI and Richard Brooman, Vice Chairman of Group 11 and Vice Chairman of Invesco Perpetual Investment Trust. Together, they organised a conference programme that was varied enough to appeal to the diverse audience within the Academy.

F W De Klerk addressing the Regional Academy Conference at Warren House

Delegates networking during break out sessions

Notes to Editors Academy for Chief Executives The Academy for Chief Executives (ACE) is a leading provider of leadership coaching, mentoring and experiential learning. Originally founded in 1995 by Brian Chernett, today it is a community of business leaders who are willing to share their experiences and through trust and support, help each other achieve extraordinary things. The Academy is made up of a number of groups that meet once a month and has a membership of 400 business leaders from across the UK.www.chiefexecutive.com

F.W. De Klerk is the Head of The Global Leadership Foundation.

He is a former politician, acknowledged as one of the main architects of South Africa's constitutional democracy. During his presidency (1989-1994) he played a central role in initiating and managing the transformation process that helped to resolve centuries of inter-community conflict and create a basis for peace between South Africa’s many and varied communities, including the inclusive negotiations that led to the dismantling of "apartheid" and the adoption of South Africa's first fully democratic constitution in December 1993.

Warren House

Warren House is a 5 star venue set in the exclusive Coombe Estate in Kingston. A stunning 19th century Victorian mansion, it features noteworthy architectural and historical features. Its client list includes blue chip organisations and companies from across the British industries, as well as individuals who use the venue for fine dining, private dinners, celebrations and weddings.

Warren House is a recognised award winning venue, twice awarded the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award”. It has also won numerous business awards for its outstanding service and venue facilities including the South London Business Award for Best in Customer Excellence 2008; the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request. For a list of amenities, please visit www.warrenhouse.com.

Warren House Collects over a £1000 for the Daisy Garland Charity - May 11th 2009

When the Warren House staff members set off on their 10-mile track to the peak of Snowdon on Bank Holiday Monday May 4th 2009 at 6.30am, the weather was certainly not in their favour.

It was cold and wet and even snowed at times during the day. However, not even the weather could dampen the enthusiasm and fine spirits of the Warren House Challenge Team, led by Head Chef Paul Bellingham.

Their chosen route led them up the Miners Track, returning by the PYG's Track. The team had been training since the start of this year, building up muscle and stamina. They spent weekends carrying out organised walks in Surrey and the surrounding areas. And it has paid off!

The sponsored walk was to raise money for the staff's favourite children'ss charity, the Daisy Garland Charity. Friends and guests of Warren House and The Hammersley Connection, the Warren House exclusive members club, as well as local businesses and colleagues all assisted in the bid to raise funds. The Challenge Team has in fact managed to raise over a £1000, hitting well above their initial target amount of £600.

Donations are still coming in and a cheque for the final amount will be presented to the Daisy Garland Charity in the coming weeks.

RBS South London Business Awards 2009

Warren House was 'Highly Commended' at The South London Business awards for Best Business for Marketing. This prestigous event held at Crystal Palace and sponsored by RBS had the highest entry level since the awards started 3 years ago and an attendance of 580 people from some of the top South London Companies. This is the 3rd year running Warren House has been finalists at The South London Business Awards and last year won Best Business for Customer Excellence.

Warren House - April 2009:

This time last year during RSVP 2008, Warren House launched The Hammersley Connection. A year later, it is a story of success, with an active membership list, an exciting events calendar that is well attended by members from and around Kingston and an extension of the concept to the business community.

The Hammersley Connection is a private members’ club that was set up to extend the renowned Warren House hospitality and provide members with access to exclusive benefits and privileges. Membership to The Hammersley Business Connection is complimentary and by invitation.

Since its launch at RSVP last year, The Hammersley Connection has recruited over 200 high net worth active members from and around Kingston. Within the overall programme, ambassadors organise regular events that extend this member base while still retaining the Warren House and The Hammersley Connection brand and values.

Members’ privileges include having access to password protected pages on the website where they can browse the events calendar and exclusive member offers, use the online booking and payment facilities, download the newsletter and view a photo gallery of past events.

The Hammersley Business Connection

Late in Autumn 2008, Warren House extended the concept and introduced The Hammersley Business Connection to its corporate customer base through professional activities, networking and the launch of a targeted newsletter. Membership is also complimentary and by invitation. The Hammersley Business Connection is similarly represented online on the Warren House website and features partners in training and development.

The Hammersley Business Connection is a natural extension to the leisure events and activities organised through The Hammersley Connection and Warren House Conference and Training Facilities. Its dedicated team manages a calendar of training, development and forums on current topics. This is in conjunction with the networking activities, which Warren House organises on a regular basis. Partners and corporate customers are now using the programme of activities to extend corporate hospitality to their own clients.

As Carolyn Henderson, Warren House General Manager, said, “The Hammersley Connection has allowed us to get closer to our clients. Through our activities, newsletters and regular communications we are talking and listening to clients, guests and friends and adapting our service to make sure that we add value in any way we can.”

Warren House

Warren House is a 5 star venue set in the exclusive Coombe Estate in Kingston. A stunning 19th century Victorian mansion, it features noteworthy architectural and historical features. Its client list includes blue chip organisations and companies from across the British industries, as well as individuals who use the venue for fine dining, private dinners, celebrations and weddings.

Warren House is a recognised award winning venue, twice awarded the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award”. It has also won numerous business awards for its outstanding service and venue facilities including the South London Business award for Best in Customer Excellence 2008; the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

Notes to Editors

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by Warren House Conferences Centres Limited.

Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager and Helen Bull, Sales Manager. Detailed biog information is available upon request.

Warren House is a finalist for the South London Business Awards for the third time running.

Warren House; April 2009: Once again, Warren House is shortlisted as a finalist for the Best Business for Marketing award, which is part of the RBS South London Business Awards 2009. This is the third time that Warren House has participated in these prestigious awards. It was shortlisted for the final heats every time and last year, successfully won the coveted SLB Best Business for Customer Excellence.

This year, Warren House is participating with The Hammersley Business Connection, a private members’ club and business community that was set up to extend the renowned Warren House hospitality and provide members with access to exclusive benefits and privileges. Through The Hammersley Connection Leisure and the Hammersley Business Connection, Warren House is expanding its activities with its clients and also within the business community in and around Kingston.

The Hammersley Connection

Since its launch in Spring 2008, The Hammersley Connection (Leisure) has recruited over 200 high net worth active members from and around Kingston. Within the overall programme, ambassadors organise regular events that are extending this base while still retaining the Warren House and Hammersley Connection brand and values.

These events include international designer fashion shows, launches of hand crafted designer jewellery, operatic and gourmet dinners and fund raising for charities. Members have access to password protected pages on the website where they can browse the events calendar, use the online booking and payment facilities, download the newsletter and view member benefits and a photo gallery of past events.

The Hammersley Business Connection

Late in Autumn 2008, Warren House introduced The Hammersley Business Connection to its corporate customer base through professional activities, networking and the launch of a targeted newsletter. Membership to The Hammersley Business Connection is complimentary and by invitation. The Hammersley Business Connection is also represented online on the Warren House website and features partners in training and development.

The Hammersley Business Connection is a natural extension to the leisure events and activities organised through The Hammersley Connection and the Warren House Conference and Training Facilities. It has a dedicated membership team to manage a calendar of training, development and forums on current topics. This is in conjunction with the networking activities, which Warren House organises on a regular basis.

Partners and corporate customers are now using the programme of activities to extend corporate hospitality to their own clients.

Helen Bull, Warren House Sales Manager, commented that “We believe that in this economic climate, our efforts in hosting networking events, forging partnerships and instigating joined up thinking will create opportunities.”
The winners of The RBS South London Business Awards will be announced at a black-tie awards dinner and ceremony to be held on 20th May 2009 at Selhurst Park, home of Crystal Palace Football Club. The prestigious award scheme is masterminded by South London Business and sponsored by Royal Bank of Scotland. Other sponsors include Ixion Holdings, Tentacle Design, and Thackray Williams LLP, with Newsquest South London as the media partner.
This is not the first time that Warren House has been recognised for its outstanding service and venue facilities. It has twice been recognised as the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award” and has also won numerous business awards including the South London Business award for Best in Customer Excellence; the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

Carolyn Henderson, Warren House General Manager, added: “Both The Hammersley Business Connection and The Hammersley Connection demonstrate our continued support and commitment to all our clients, whether they are corporate, large or small businesses. We value the support of our clients, friends and guests and are continuously looking for innovative ways to extend our value as an organisation.”

Notes to Editors

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by Warren House Conferences Centres Limited.

Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager and Helen Bull, Sales Manager. Detailed biog information is available upon request.

Warren House; April 2009:

As budgets come under scrutiny in light of the current economic climate, Warren House has released its Limited Availability Special Spring Rates 2009 to allow businesses to manage their budgets while still enjoying first class service, beautiful and tranquil settings and five star venue and facilities.

Warren House announces that its No Frills Rates package is now available for immediate bookings in April, May and June 2009. The package includes:

Day Delegate Rate from £40.00 per person, to include a sandwich lunch.

Day Delegate Rate from £50.00 per person to include meeting room hire, three servings of tea/coffee and biscuits, a 2 course buffet lunch, mints, iced water, flipchart, wireless broadband, organisers’ conference kit and use of the leisure facilities.

Residential Rate from £220.00 per person to include all of the above plus accommodation in a single occupancy, en-suite bedroom with plasma screen TV, hairdryer, trouser press, Bose CD system, tea and coffee making facilities, dressing gown, full English breakfast, three course dinner.

Helen Bull, Warren House Sales Manager, said, “We have released our Limited Availability No Frills Package in response to discussions with our clients and also from the feedback given whilst networking with the business community in and around Kingston. In this economic climate, we are constantly looking for ways in which to extend our Warren House services to provide a solution.”

Offsite Meetings

In addition, Warren House is also offering a wide variety of outside catering options for meetings that are held in offices or other venues. Where necessary, the Warren House event, food and beverage management team will be on hand during such events. Details of menus are available on request and bespoke menus can be tailored for any palate, size of event, venue and special requirement.
Warren House
Warren House is a 5 star venue set in the exclusive Coombe Estate in Kingston. A stunning 19th century Victorian mansion, it features noteworthy architectural and historical features. Its client list includes blue chip organisations and companies from across the British industries, as well as individuals who use the venue for fine dining, private dinners, celebrations and weddings.

Warren House is a recognised award winning venue, twice awarded the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award”. It has also won numerous business awards for its outstanding service and venue facilities including the South London Business award for Best in Customer Excellence 2008; the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

All prices are exclusive of VAT at 15%. Rates are subject to availability and valid on new bookings only. For more information or to make a booking please contact Fiona or Helen in Reservations on 020 8974 7048/9 or email sales@warrenhouse.com

Notes to Editors

Warren House and The Hammersley Connection are owned and operated by Warren House Conferences Centres Limited.

Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager and Helen Bull, Sales Manager. Detailed biog information is available upon request.

Once again, Warren House beats competition to walk away with the 2008 South London Business Award for Customer Service.

Warren House; May 2008: The best businesses in South London were celebrated earlier on this year in May at the Crystal Palace Football Club's grounds. During the evening, business leaders were recognised for their achievements in an Oscars’ style ceremony, hosted by LBC radio's James Max. It came as no surprise that Warren House was awarded the Customer Service Award - sponsored by NatWest.

This is not the first time that Warren House has been recognised for its outstanding service and venue facilities. It has twice been recognised as the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue Award” and has also won numerous business awards including the Seeboard Energy Local Business Awards for Kingston Upon Thames, the Johansens/Taittinger Wine List of the Year Award in 2005 and The Caterer and Hotel Keeper 21st Catey Award in 2004.

As Carolyn Henderson, General Manager said: “It is all down to the fantastic team I lead here at Warren House. They are outstanding in their dedication and I am so proud that Warren House continues to keep and surpass its own standards by regularly winning such prestigious awards.”

Warren House Launches The Hammersley Connection, An Exclusive Club For Friends And Guests

After successfully winning the Johansens “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue” in 2007 for the second time, Carolyn Henderson, General Manager, and her team at Warren House are now extending their exquisite hospitality and superb service through an exclusive, invitation only, community called The Hammersley Connection.

Through membership of this high-end and most exclusive private club, friends and guests of Warren House will be invited to become complementary members of The Hammersley Connection during the spring and summer of 2008. The club has been set up to provide outstanding benefits and privileges, in addition to the superb service which has already earned Warren House many international accolades. It also allows members to participate in a busy calendar of events and activities taking place at Warren House.

Carolyn is proud of what her team has achieved. “Over the years, many friends and guests have availed themselves of our wonderful facilities and amenities at Warren House, whether they were here on conferences, meetings or attending private events such as weddings and anniversary celebrations. We believe in going many steps further than any of our guests expect. We decided that we wanted to recognise our esteemed guests and also reward them for their loyalty to Warren House. Hence The Hammersley Connection, our special way of saying: How lovely to see you again!”

The Hammersley-Royal Connection

Warren House is a grade II listed building and an exquisite five star venue. It is a haven in what has long been considered one of the wealthiest and most exclusive: Coombe Estate, in the Royal Borough of Kingston. Warren House is close to mainline stations and transportation links, placing it within easy reach of central London.

In the early 1900s it was often visited by royalty, enjoying the delights of what was and still is considered “one of the glories of Kingston”. Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, George V and Queen Mary, often stayed at Warren House on private visits. King Edward’s bedroom is still there, along with a ballroom modelled on the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles. Today, it is a fine country mansion with a history and tradition of fine dining, relaxed quality time and the warmest welcome you can imagine.

In fact it is the perfect setting for the continuation of a fine tradition through The Hammersley Connection.

Notes to Editors

The Hammersley Connection and Warren House are owned and operated by The Warren House Conferences Centres Limited. Spokespeople for comment include Carolyn Henderson, General Manager. Detailed Biog information is available upon request.

The launching of The Hammersley Connection, an exclusive club for friends and guests

The social scene in Coombe Estates, Kingston, has never stood still. Since Warren House was built in 1884, it has played the role of a proud host to a lively social calendar.

The Hammersley Connection

From royalty “time out” to family gatherings, the handsome rooms at Warren House have been the setting for a tradition of fine entertainment and warm hospitality. So it was only natural that in keeping with this tradition, set over the past hundred and forty odd years, Warren House is now extending its renowned exquisite hospitality and superb service through an exclusive, invitation only, community called The Hammersley Connection.

Friends and guests of Warren House will be invited to become complementary members of The Hammersley Connection during the spring and summer of 2008. This exclusive members’ club hasbeen set up to provide outstanding benefits and privileges, in addition to the superb service which has already earned Warren House many international accolades. It also allows members to participate in a busy calendar of events and activities taking place at Warren House.

Carolyn Henderson, General Manager at Warren House said: “Over the years, many friends and guests have availed themselves of the facilities and amenities at Warren House, whether they were here on conferences, meetings or attending private events such as weddings and anniversary celebrations. We enjoy welcoming return guests, but we now want to go a step further. We decided that we wanted to recognise our esteemed guests and also reward them for their loyalty to Warren House. Hence The Hammersley Connection, our special way of saying: How lovely to see you again!”

Most Excellent Venue

Warren House is a grade II listed building and five star venue. It is a haven in what has long been considered one of the wealthiest and most exclusive: Coombe Estate, in the Royal Borough of Kingston.

Many years of hospitality have certainly left their mark. In the early 1900s it was often visited by royalty, enjoying the delights of what was and still is considered “one of the glories of Kingston”. In fact in 1912, as reported in the New York Times, Lady Paget was busy entertaining friends and royalty at “Coombe Warren”, complete with after dinner American singers providing a musical programme.

Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, George V and Queen Mary, often stayed at Warren House on private visits. King Edward’s bedroom is still there, along with a ballroom modelled on the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles.

Today it is recognised by Johansens as the “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue” for conferences, meetings and events. Warren House is a house with a history and tradition of fine dining, relaxed quality time and the warmest welcome you can imagine. In fact it is the perfect setting for the continuation of a fine tradition through The Hammersley Connection.